Classic Jordan Luxury Tour

Duration 8 days
Price guide
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The column remains of the Temple of Hercules overlooking the sand-coloured city of Amman in Jordan
Adventures safari jeep car in Wadi Rum desert, Jordan, Middle East, known as The Valley of the Moon. Red sands, sky with haze. Designation as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Filled with fascinating history, interesting culture, and breathtaking natural beauty, Jordan is a treasure that should not be missed when travelling through the Middle East. Your luxury tour begins in Amman where you’ll have a few days to start to get to know Jordan, before travelling via Madaba, a 4000 year old archaeological site, and Mount Nebo, to the spectacular ancient site of Petra. Next, you’ll travel out to Wadi Rum to experience some authentic Bedouin hospitality, before a few days of relaxation and rejuvenation at the Dead Sea.

Trip highlights

  • Take a guided tour through the ancient city of Jerash
  • Explore the bustling capital and try its delectable cuisine
  • Visit Mount Nebo and gaze across to Jerusalem
  • Be amazed at the ancient ruins of Petra glimmering in the candlelight
  • Embark on adventures in the vast desert of Wadi Rum
  • Sink into the warm blue waters of the Dead Sea

Our bespoke trips include

We design one-of-a-kind journeys incorporating luxury in all its forms. Our bespoke trips include:

  • Luxury accommodation throughout
  • Privately guided tours
  • Private transfers
  • Meticulously selected experiences
  • Expertise and support from your Jacada Concierge
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  • Days 1–3 Amman
  • Days 3–5 Petra
  • Days 5–6 Wadi Rum
  • Days 6–8 Dead Sea
Classic Jordan Luxury Tour
Price guide
  PP
  • Days 1–3 Amman
  • Days 3–5 Petra
  • Days 5–6 Wadi Rum
  • Days 6–8 Dead Sea

Itinerary in detail

Every Jacada trip is tailored to your personal preferences and interests. Below you’ll find a sample itinerary to inspire your own custom-designed journey.

Days 1–3

An introduction to Jordan in Amman

Amman is a jewel in the crown of the Middle East; a city of fascinating contrasts where ancient ruins loom over modern buildings, galleries, restaurants and boutiques. Step back in time with a visit to the Citadel – a reminder that Amman has been inhabited for thousands of years, and was once a major Roman city.

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Back in time

Taste of Jordan

City of Mosaics

Bedouin plays on bagpipes in ancient town Gerasa (Jerash) in Jordan

Jerash guided tour

Jerash is a truly incredible site, extremely well preserved and with remains from Neolithic times, as well as Greek, Roman, Byzantine, Umayyad and others. Its history also tells the tale of a remarkably long chain of human occupation.

Streetfood tour

Embark on a culinary adventure through the captivating streets of Amman to experience the true essence of Middle Eastern cuisine. This streetfood tour offers an unrivalled opportunity to venture off the beaten path and enjoy grilled meats, creamy hummus, crispy falafel, and locally crafted cheeses.

Visit Madaba

Read a map like no other today when you visit the ‘City of Mosaics’ and St George’s Church, famous for its ancient mosaic map of the Holy Land. The real name of this city is Madaba, which sits just south of Amman and is in fact a 4000 year old archaeological site. The quantity of the mosaics here is astounding, particularly the creation within the Church of the Apostles which depicts the sea and her creatures.

Take in the views from Mount Nebo

Visit Mount Nebo and gaze across to Jerusalem, just 60 kilometres away. The Prophet Moses is said to have stood on Mount Nebo and looking over into the Promised Land, understood that he would not be permitted to enter it. Today Mount Nebo is a memorial site, and the Church of Moses was built by early Christians in honour of the site and has attracted pilgrims since the earliest days of Christianity.

Days 3–5

Discover the ruins of Petra

Visit the rock-carved city of Petra – perhaps one of the most stunning and impressive ancient sites which one can visit anywhere in the world today. You will be guided through the Siq to explore highlights of the Nabatean city, including the stunning Treasury, theatre, tombs and facades and the colonnaded street. In the evening you’ll make your way through the ruins of Petra as they glimmer in the candlelight, before you uncover the remarkable ruins of Little Petra the next day.

The temple-mausoleum of Al Khazneh in the ancient city of Petra in Jordan - a pinkish brown temple with columns craved out a tall craggy rock face. On the sand in front of the temple lies two camels with blankets and saddles, alongside a standing dog

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Mood lighting

Passage of time

Petra by candlelight

As darkness settles over the iconic Petra monuments, one part of the UNESCO world heritage site will come alive especially for you. This evening you will experience  Petra beautifully lit by candles. Dress warmly as it’s cold at night in the desert year-round!

Little Petra

Uncover the remarkable ruins of Little Petra, sitting within a natural gorge with its impressive doorway. Step inside to reveal the wonders within the depths from remarkable Nabatean tombs, divinity blocks, cisterns and dining halls complete with benches and hand washing sinks used for commemorative meals.

Days 5–6

Bedouin hospitality in Wadi Rum

A valley carved out of the granite rock and sandstone in southern Jordan, Wadi Rum is steeped in history, culture, and mythological lore. Visit a local home to learn about local cooking and about your hosts’ way of life, and take to the sand dunes on a jeep exploration.

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Desert race

Family meal

Jordan, The Wadi Rum Desert - tourist visiting the desert

Traverse the breathtaking terrain by Jeep

Embark on an exhilarating jeep tour through the magnificent desert alongside a knowledgeable local Bedouin guide. Allow the wind to roar in your ears as you rocket over red sand that’s long been used as the backdrop in many science-fiction movies, and gasp in awe at the colossal mountains and rock formations.

Arabic culture and Bedouin hospitality

Immerse yourself in authentic Arabic culture as you visit a local home for the chance to chop, cook, learn and dine. You will learn about the Arabic kitchen and how to prepare a traditional Arabic meal with the help of some experienced kitchen hands. Jordan has long been the spice centre of the world and has been pivotal in the spice trade itself. This means that the dishes you cook and learn about today will be jam-packed with these colourful and aromatic additions.

Days 6–8

A luxury stay at the Dead Sea

Known as the lowest point on land and renowned for its therapeutic properties, the Dead Sea is a unique salt lake that offers an unparalleled wellness experience. But besides the luxurious spa treatments and invigorating mud baths, there are beautiful waterfalls and stunning canyons to discover, as well as historical landmarks.

“Jordan‌”

Outstanding six day customized tour of the most significant sites in Jordan. Stayed in best hotels. Excellent guide and driver. Natalie Johnson is the best tour planner and Grace Elliott the best travel concierge.

Published 06th November 2023 on Trustpilot
Jim from Seattle

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